 6th grade students were challenged in Art to create a collage that communicates a personal story or experience. These are just a few of the pieces found in main hallway of the school.
Focus of the Week: Kindness
"You are generous to others and you are never too busy to help out. You enjoy doing good deeds for other people.”
Here are some conversation starters that will encourage your child to share what he/she has learned and talk about it with your family.
- What does it mean to be kind? What are some examples?
- If you do kind things for others, what can you expect in return?
- Could one small act of kindness change the world? How?
For more information, visit http://www.posproject.org
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When the call for nominations for outstanding staff went out, the GBW community overwhelmingly responded in support of Cindy Dall. Cindy Dall, our administrative assistant who has worked at GBW for over eighteen years, has been nominated in the category of outstanding operational employee. We are so proud that she has been selected as our nominee and so appreciative of the community members who have acknowledged her awesomeness. She is an absolute joy to work with and is deeply committed to the success of everyone at Greenbriar West. |
Did you know that 5% of the food that feeds children in our area comes from food drives just like ours? Our food drive is very important in our hometown and helps to feed over 200,000 children in the area!
As a result, we are very proud of our student participation in the SCA Food Drive. Our food drive is taking place from Nov. 18th to Dec. 20th. All donations will be delivered to the Western Fairfax Christian Ministries, a local outreach center that manages a food pantry for the local Fairfax community. They are incredibly appreciative of the work we are doing and would like GBW to know how much our commitment to servicing the community makes a difference in the lives of others. Please donations must be non-perishable food and no glass. Our goal is to reach 2000 items!
Human Growth and Development lessons for grades 4-6 will take place December 16-20. All HG&D lessons, opt out forms, and videos can be viewed at home via Blackboard 24/7.
- Log onto Blackboard FCPS 24-7 using your Parent View account
- Go to the Curriculum tab and click Family Life Education from the top toolbar
- It’s that simple!
Parents are welcome to contact the classroom teachers or Ms. Campbell with any questions.
Food Drive Schedule
Dec. 2-6- Week 3: Fruits & Vegetables
(dried fruit, canned fruit, 100% fruit juice)
Dec. 9-13 - Week 4: Baking Supplies & Healthy Grains (flour, cereal, rice, oatmeal, whole grain pasta, barley, crackers)
Dec. 16-20 - Week 5: Baby Supplies (infant formula, diapers, sensitive wipes, baby shampoo & lotion, baby laundry detergent)
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The deadline to refer students in grades 2-6 for Level IV services to begin in August of 2020 is January 9, 2020. We are unable to accept referrals after this deadline. Referral forms and Parent/Guardian Questionnaires can be found at: https://www.fcps.edu/node/38893
In addition to these items, you may submit the following optional materials to be included in your child's application:
- Up to 4 single-sided pages of work samples on 8.5x11 copy paper. Work samples should show critical and creative thinking.
- Up to 5 single-sided pages of awards and/or letters of recommendation.
- Ability testing done privately through George Mason or a licensed psychologist.
Referral forms and optional materials should be submitted to the front office, addressed to Sara Balcanoff.
Reading Buddies in Ms. Gerke's 2nd grade and Ms McNeilly's 4th grade class created a Teamwork tree sharing all the ways they have shown teamwork.
Thank you to the 31 families who participated in Spirit Night at Launch Trampoline Park! We earned $130.25. Every little bit helps.
Join us at MOD Pizza Greenbriar Shopping Center on Thursday, December 12 between 10:30am – 9:00pm! Mention Greenbriar West at the register (no flyer needed!) and MOD will donate 20% of your bill to the PTA! Offer valid for dine in, take out, or phone orders ALL DAY.
Finally, join us at Barnes & Noble Fair Lakes for a very special GBW spirit night on Wednesday evening, December 18. There will be a student art show, performances by our GBW student musicians, storytime with your favorite teachers, and even a special musical performance by our very own Principal, Dr. Granada, and her guests! More info coming soon.
Holiday Shopping to benefit GBW
Earn money for the PTA while doing your holiday shopping:
- Shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/54-1073685 and Amazon donates a portion of sales back to GBW PTA!
- Visit Five Below Greenbriar from Dec 1-18 and present the attached flyer. Perfect for stocking stuffers!
- Visit CertifiKID.com and use our promo code GWE
Certifikid donates $5 of ever $20 spent .
- Join us at Barnes and Noble Fair Lakes for a spirit night on Wednesday evening, December 18!
December 12 PTA Membership Meeting- open to all!
You're invited to join PTA Officers and GBW's Student Council Association Officers on December 12th at 9:30am in the GBW Staff Lounge for a monthly meeting featuring Guest Speaker Virginia House of Delegates Representative Karrie Delaney
After a quick PTA meeting, hear from Delegate Delaney about her priorities for the upcoming legislative session including her views on education, jobs & the local economy, transportation, or discuss anything else that you would like her to know as your representative in Richmond.
December 1-18
Five Below Greenbriar Shopping Center Fundraiser (flyer in next week’s Thursday folders)
Thursday, December 12
GBW Intermediate & Advanced Strings Concert 6:30pm
PTA Meeting with Guest Speaker: Delegate Karrie Delaney 9:30am
MOD Pizza Spirit Night 10:30am - 9pm
Tuesday, December 17
GBW Band Concert 7pm
Wednesday, December 18
GBW Family Spirit Night at Barnes & Noble Fair Lakes 5-9pm
Friday, December 20
GBW Spirit Day- Holiday Wear Day
December 23- January 3
Winter Break - School and Office will be closed
Friday, January 10
PTA Muffins with Mom and Donuts with Dad, followed by PTA Meeting
Friday, January 24
Family Indoor Movie Night in GBW Gym (Free!)
Friday, February 28
Bingo Night to benefit the 6th Grade Class!
Friday, March 6
GBW PTA Spring Festival
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